Having been successfully deployed for key live events and reality shows, 5G production has proven its mettle for the big stage. John Maxwell Hobbs explores how its wider adoption is set to transform the broadcasting landscape.
The advent of using standalone 5G networks in television production heralds a transformative era in broadcasting. This evolution, exemplified in its use in both the coronation of King Charles III and the innovative live production of Big Brother Brasil, embodies a shift towards a more accessible and dynamic approach to production. The integration of 5G technology not only underscores a technological leap but also catalyses the democratization of the broadcasting industry, paving the way for a future unbound by the constraints of traditional broadcasting methodologies.
“This is not a proof of concept - this is ready and being used in prime time,” says Malcolm Brew, Senior Knowledge Exchange Fellow at the University of Strathclyde, and Lead Technology Consultant with Strathclyde spin-out company Neutral Wireless, affirming...
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